Merle is pleased to announce four of his images have been given Honorable Mentions in this year’s International Photography Awards™!

The IPA conducts an annual competition for professional, non-professional, and student photographers on a global scale, creating one of the most ambitious and comprehensive competitions in the photography world today.

IPA is a sister-effort of the Lucie Foundation, whose mission is to honour master photographers, discover and cultivate emerging talent and promote the appreciation of photography worldwide.